The Roseate Ganges

The northern part of the country houses a plethora of tourist sites, among which people can select the one that perfectly fits their tastes. While the admirers of ancient monuments and culture can choose to visit Delhi, the ones who are fond of the glorious beauty of nature may opt to visit Rishikesh. In addition to having magnificent natural beauty, the city of Rishikesh is also perfect for tourists who like to engage in thrilling adventure activities like rappelling, camping, kayaking, bungee jumping, river rafting, cliff jumping, and more. Planning for a trip to Rishikesh Just selecting a vacationing destination is not enough. A lot of planning and deliberation also goes into making a trip successful. The travellers have to make the necessary flight and hotel bookings for their tour. To reach Rishikesh, people would be required to book tickets for the Jolly Grant Airport of Dehradun, and then take a cab to the town. If not flight, people may opt to take a train directly to Ri...

As the festive season and summer holidays come around the corner every year, people start planning to go for nice long vacations with their family or friends. Vacations provide great relief to people from their everyday hassles and allow them to relax themselves to the fullest without any extraneous stress. Choosing The Perfect Vacation Destination While going on vacations can be an incredibly rewarding experience, people would firstly have to plan for it in a systematic fashion. The very first step to vacation planning would be to select the perfect destination to spend the holidays in. The selection of a holiday destination would depend on the tastes and desires of the travellers. There are several incredible vacationing destinations in India that are suitable for any type of a traveller, such as Rishikesh. Featuring opulent natural beauty, opportunities for thrilling adventure sports, as well as multiple yoga and meditation centers, Rishikesh is a perfect holiday destinat...

At the foothill of the Himalayas, Rishikesh emanates vibes of sanguinity. Also known as the ‘Yoga Capital of the World’, Rishikesh is the perfect destination for those who are in search of some solace. From places of religious eminence to exhilarating adventures, the town offers a lot of opportunities to tourists. The following are some major attractions in Rishikesh: Laxman Jhula – It is a suspension bridge over the holy river Ganges. Legend says Lord Laxman, the brother of Lord Ram, had crossed the river from the same site at which the bridge is built. Neelkanth Mahadev Temple – The ancient temple is dedicated to Lord Shiva. As per mythology, after ‘Samudra Manthan’, Lord Shiva had consumed poison here at the temple site. Triveni Ghat – It is situated at the confluence point of the three holy rivers, Ganges, Yamuna, and Saraswati. The Ganga Aarti is offered here in the evening and is said to create a magical impression. Bharat Mandir – It is a 12 th centu...